Volunteer Charity Treasurer | developmentplus

developmentplus is looking for a Treasurer Trustee to join us, ideally from a finance background to compliment the skills of our existing board.

What difference will you make?

This is a voluntary role but the benefits of becoming a developmentplus Trustee include; Meaningful impact – make a real difference to the lives of those we support and contribute to positive change in your community. Professional development – gain valuable leadership experience and expand our skills while working with a dynamic team of like-minded individuals. Networking opportunities – connect with professionals, leaders, and stakeholders in the charity sector and beyond benefiting both the charity and the trustee personally and professionally. Personal fulfilment – the satisfaction of knowing your efforts are directly contribution to the success and growth of a vital charitable organisation.

What are we looking for?

The overall role of the Treasurer is to maintain an overview of the organisation’s affairs, ensure financial viability and that proper financial records and procedures are maintained. This includes supporting the CEO with the following; monitoring the financial administration of developmentplus and reporting to the Board of Trustees, in compliance with the governing document. advising on the financial implications of the charity’s strategic plan. monitoring and advising on the financial viability of developmentplus. overseeing and presenting budgets, internal management accounts and annual financial statements to the Board of Trustees. overseeing the developmentplus’ financial risk-management process. acting as a counter signatory on cheques and applications to funders Each Trustee must have integrity a commitment to developmentplus an understanding and acceptance of the legal duties and responsibilities of Trusteeship, as set out by the Charity Commission a willingness to devote the necessary time and effort to their duties as a Trustee a strategic vision good independent judgement an ability to think creatively a willingness to speak their mind an ability to be an effective team member a willingness to undertake training We particularly welcome applications from Finance experience Underrepresented groups including women and people from Black, Asian or minority ethnic backgrounds People from marginalised groups including those from the LGBTQ+ community, people with disabilities or who otherwise face challenges Individuals with knowledge or lived experience of any of the social issues we support People with less experience but a keen enthusiasm and commitment to our aims

What will you be doing?

Are you passionate about making a difference in your community? Do you have the skills and expertise that you believe could positively impact a charitable organisation here in Lincoln. We are currently looking for a Trustees to join us to compliment the skills of our existing board. Ideally someone with finance experience to become our Treasurer. We value diversity in our organisation and recognise the continuing challenge to maintain diversity at the Board, for example in terms of gender, age, ethnicity, disability and perspective. Our goal is for the Board to become more closely representative of our beneficiaries and local communities in all of these aspects. Our Values are Approachable We are welcoming, friendly, and easy to talk to. Committed We walk alongside, dedicated to overcoming obstacles together. Empathic We take time and understand how complex life is without judgement. Inclusive We acknowledge the diversity of individuals and celebrate their unique circumstances. Supportive We offer advocacy and hope whilst encouraging people to find their voice.